Top 844 Early childhood education Jobs in Chicago, Il

Early Childhood Assessment Coordinator
Henry Booth House —Chicago, IL
- From $65,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Background check
- Current TB test
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
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Lead Teacher (0-3)
Chicago Commons —Chicago, IL
- $60,401 - $64,766 a year
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Word processing
- Pass drug screening
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Education Manager
Henry Booth House —Chicago, IL
- From $80,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Classroom
- Current TB test
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Lead Teacher (0-3)
Chicago Commons —Chicago, IL
- $60,401 - $64,766 a year
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Word processing
- English
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
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Lead Teacher (0-3yr)
Chicago Commons —Chicago, IL
- $60,401 - $64,766 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- School experience
- Classroom
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
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Anticipated SY26-27 Regular Teacher Pre-K-3 Grade
Chicago Public Schools —Chicago, IL
- $64,469.94 - $82,839.39 a year
- Classroom
- Public school
- Communication skills
- Wellness program
- Disability insurance
Teacher (PreK-3)
Chicago Public Schools —Chicago, IL
- $64,469.94 - $82,839.39 a year
- Classroom
- Public school
- Communication skills
- Wellness program
- Disability insurance
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Pre-K Teacher
LEARN Charter School Network —Chicago, IL
- $52,000 - $69,000 a year
- Full-time
- Bilingual
- Classroom
- Mid-level
- 403(b) matching
- Paid holidays
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Infant Toddler Teacher Assistant
Chicago Commons —Chicago, IL
- $23.08 - $24.00 an hour
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Word processing
- English
- Health savings account
- Disability insurance
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Assistant Director/Program Manager of ERSEA & Family Support Services
Henry Booth House —Chicago, IL
- From $83,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Early Childhood Lead Teachers
Kensington School —Chicago, IL
- $24 an hour
- Full-time
- School experience
- Preschool
- Math
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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New School! Early Childhood Lead Teacher
Kensington School —Chicago, IL
- $25 an hour
- Multiple hires
- School experience
- Preschool
- Math
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Assistant Child Development Center Director - $5,000 Sign On Bonus
Easterseals Serving Chicagoland and Greater Rockford —Chicago, IL
- $68,870 - $86,087 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
- Classroom
- Spanish
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Mental Health Coordinator
Henry Booth House —Chicago, IL
- From $68,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- School experience
- Classroom
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Lead Teacher (early childhood credits needed)
Irving Park Early Learning Center —Chicago, IL
- $19 - $24 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Classroom
- Mid-level
- Paid training
- Paid holidays
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Teacher Aide
Chicago Commons —Chicago, IL
- $20.16 - $21.43 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Classroom
- Childcare
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Classroom Support Specialist - $2,000 Sign On Bonus
Easterseals Serving Chicagoland and Greater Rockford —Chicago, IL
- $18.46 - $24.57 an hour
- Full-time
- School experience
- Classroom
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Flexible schedule
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Early Childhood Teachers and Assistants
Kensington School —Chicago, IL
- $20 an hour
- Full-time
- Preschool
- Math
- Entry level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Director- Early Learning Services ECR Programs
Easterseals Serving Chicagoland and Greater Rockford —Chicago, IL
- $100,833 - $126,041 a year
- Full-time
- Office
- 3 years
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
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Lead Toddler Teacher (Bachelor's Degree Required)
Lincoln Park Preschool & Kindergarten —Chicago, IL
- From $59,000 a year
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Mid-level
- Master's degree
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Early Childhood Assessment Coordinator

Henry Booth House
Chicago, IL

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Job Details

Full-time
From $65,000 a year

Benefits

Health savings account
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Paid time off
Parental leave
Vision insurance
Life insurance

Qualifications

Experience working with individuals with disabilities
Childhood developmental delays
Master's degree
Bachelor's degree
Organizational skills
Disability services experience
Early Childhood Education

Full Job Description

Position Summary:

The Early Childhood Assessment Coordinator (ECAC) is responsible for supporting the identification, referral, evaluation, and ongoing service coordination of children with suspected or diagnosed disabilities within Head Start/Early Head Start as well as the Preschool for All/Prevention Initiative programs. The ECAC works collaboratively as part of the Education, Disabilities, and Mental Health (EDMH) team to support service delivery and ensure compliance with Head Start Performance Standards, Chicago Early Learning Standards, and IDEA regulations. As part of this responsibility, the ECAC serves as the primary point of contact for site staff and leadership as well as the referral agencies (CFCs and CPS) responsible for providing services under IDEA parts B & C. This position requires working both in-office and on-site at Community Partner and Directly Operated sites.

Duties and Responsibilities

Initiates, coordinates, and tracks referrals to Early Intervention (EI) and Chicago Public Schools for children ages 0–5 with suspected developmental delays or disabilities, ensuring required steps are completed.
Ensures referral documentation is complete, accurate, and includes proper parental consent before submission.
Coordinates and attends evaluation meetings, including IEP and IFSP processes, and collaborates with evaluators, families, and service providers.
Reviews developmental and social-emotional screening data and identifies children who may need further evaluation or referral.
Participates in Internal and External Screening Review Team (SRT) meetings with site staff and families to review screening results, developmental concerns, and determine next steps.
Serves as a liaison between program sites and external partners, including Early Intervention providers, Chicago Public Schools, and related service providers (speech, OT, etc.).
Collaborates with Mental Health Consultants to support behavior strategies and individualized support plans for children with challenging behaviors or suspected/diagnosed disabilities.
Provides on-site coaching, modeling, and guidance to staff on strategies to support children with disabilities and developmental needs.
Develops written recommendations and support plans and follows up on implementation at site level.
Monitors service delivery for children with active IEPs and IFSPs and supports coordination between families, staff, and providers.
Maintains and monitors disability files at assigned sites to ensure compliance with program and federal requirements.
Completes data entry in COPA and internal data management and tracking systems related to referrals, evaluations, and service delivery.
Maintains accurate, confidential, and up-to-date disability records across assigned sites.
Provides monthly reports on referral status, evaluation outcomes, and service delivery to leadership.
Attends bi-weekly CPS/Head Start Inclusion Subcommittee meetings, monthly EI CFC/CPS SESS Monthly Check In, quarterly CPS/Head Star and participates in cross-system collaboration.
Attends all Education, Disabilities, and Mental Health (EDMH) meetings and other meetings as assigned.
Attends monthly Parent Policy Council meetings
Collaborates with site administrators, teachers, and EDMH staff to support inclusive practices and ensure children with disabilities are fully supported in the classroom.
Collaborates with other Early Childhood Assessment Coordinators and provides coverage for evaluations and site visits as needed.
Supports families by clearly communicating referral, evaluation, and service processes and next steps.
Collaborates closely with the Disabilities and Mental Health Service Manager and participates in regular supervision to review cases, problem-solve, and support professional development.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Special Education, Early Childhood Education, Applied Behavior Analysis, Social Work, or a related field required. Master’s degree preferred.
Minimum of 2–3 years of experience working with young children (birth to five) required, including direct experience supporting children with disabilities.
Experience in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) preferred.
Experience navigating Early Intervention (EI) systems and Chicago Public Schools referral and evaluation processes strongly preferred.
Strong knowledge of child development, developmental screening tools, and early intervention processes.
Working knowledge of Head Start Performance Standards, IDEA, and inclusive early childhood practices.
Experience with referral processes, IEP/IFSP coordination, and collaboration with external service providers.
Strong organizational skills with ability to manage multiple cases, timelines, and documentation requirements.
Proficiency in COPA or similar data systems.
Strong communication and collaboration skills with staff, families, and external partners.
Ability to provide coaching, modeling, and support to classroom staff.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and manage sensitive information appropriately.
Ability to travel regularly between sites and work a hybrid schedule of office and field-based responsibilities.
Regular access to a reliable vehicle, valid driver’s license, and vehicle insurance.
Ability to pass required physical and TB testing per program policy.
Ability to present a professional and positive image of the organization in the community.

Pay: From $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Parental leave
Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

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early childhood education jobs in chicago, il

Early Childhood Assessment Coordinator

Lead Teacher (0-3)

Education Manager

Lead Teacher (0-3)

Lead Teacher (0-3yr)

Anticipated SY26-27 Regular Teacher Pre-K-3 Grade

Teacher (PreK-3)

Pre-K Teacher

Infant Toddler Teacher Assistant

Assistant Director/Program Manager of ERSEA & Family Support Services

Early Childhood Lead Teachers

New School! Early Childhood Lead Teacher

Assistant Child Development Center Director - $5,000 Sign On Bonus

Mental Health Coordinator

Lead Teacher (early childhood credits needed)

Teacher Aide

Classroom Support Specialist - $2,000 Sign On Bonus

Early Childhood Teachers and Assistants

Director- Early Learning Services ECR Programs

Lead Toddler Teacher (Bachelor's Degree Required)

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